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Wednesday, February 14, 2018

SHORT STORY BY CYNTHIA ABEGAIL# OF BEAUTIFUL MIND

Of Beautiful Mind

(A beautiful short story which explores the human mind and concludes we are all humans including the genius)New World

Jenny and I were rushing to our class of fifteen at Vivaldi's Room. I whispered to her,"Quick, Jenny or else we will get a bad impression from the new professor who replaced Sr. Jenkins after only three weeks. Panting from the ground floor, we manage to beat the lecturer by only half a minute."Good morning, I am Dr. O' Hara from Rome and I am going to handle this class of Basic Scripture for the remaining seven weeks." Jenny remarked, "Gosh, a Dr. from Rome on my first semester here." "Is this a dream or pure reality? I whispered, "Keep quiet, remember we would like to get good marks in this subject." Well, this teacher amused us for about half an hour of elite, professional jokes that I developed stomach spasms before tea time.I almost fainted when I read the syllabus; "Is this for a semester or for two years?" I thought at this time. When the session ended, I walked briskly to the library to get ahead of the circulation books. I borrowed a lot of books that when I got out of the library, I almost hit the professor with the closing door! I was so embarrassedthat I just said "Sorry" so quickly. At least he saw me with so much zeal for the subject. The following day is a gruelling venture. Of all people, I was posed the first question!With great courage, I abashedly answered the question. Well, sometimes it paysreally to be prepared.At recess, Jenny and I chatted about our professor. Jenny said, "Did you hear that he is one of those who translated the Dead Sea scrolls?" I replied, "Jenny, you know that asweeks go by, I am getting more nervous on how I can cope with the standard of thisgenius lecturer?" Jenny snapped, "Mary, you are always telling me that the Lord alwayssay,'Be not afraid.' I know but anyway, this is the first time I have been under a teacherwho can speak 12 languages." Jenny exclaimed, "Really, I did not know that!" I think I am already getting some nerves!At night, I am burning a lot of oil and I thought that if this essay will not pass, I will justdo a lot of shopping!" Well, there you are! Why am I too much worried? I just have to pray so hard isn't it?I have recited one of the longest prayers in my life. Why? I will be so shy to face the Deanafter this semester. Suddenly, Jenny patted me. "A penny for your thought." I said,I think I need a dollar!Once, I had the opportunity to speak with the teacher just on break. I thought people with beautiful minds are difficult to get along with! Not at all! Jenny and I concluded, "They are so humane and understanding after all." They just wanted us to learn and to exploreheights of learning that they have experienced. Never, never will I get nervous again! All rights reserved Cynthia Abegail

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George Kurian was born and raised in Kerala, India. He received his Bachelor of Arts and Bachelor of Teaching degrees in India, and then went to teach in the state of Manipur, India. There he became the head of a junior high school during the time of the Naga rebellion. Soon after he went to Nagaland state and became the Headmaster of a middle school run by the Indian government.

George married in 1970 in New Delhi, India. He and his wife immigrated to the United States in 1971 and have resided there ever since. They have three grown children and five grandchildren.

George was always known as a loving husband, father, grandfather, and friend. He greeted everyone he met with his warm smile and often shared stories of his life in Nagaland, world history, or the future of science.

George was diagnosed with a rare form of cancer in November 2014. He fought the toughest battle of his life with no complaint and a fierce belief of recovery. On June 15th, George passed away at home surrounded by his family.

George began this blog at the age of 70 knowing very little about computers and the Internet. He taught himself many things and reached out for help when he needed. In his memory, his family and friends wish to continue his legacy.